USDA Accepting Applications for 1890 National Scholars Program

The USDA 1890 National Scholars Program offers scholarships to U.S. citizens who are seeking a bachelor’s degree at one of the nineteen 1890 Land-Grant Universities in the fields of food, agriculture, natural resource sciences or other related disciplines. The 1890 National Scholars Program provides full tuition, fees, books, room and board, and a summer internship which may convert to full-time employment with USDA after graduation. High school and college students who are U.S. citizens, admitted to or attending qualifying institutions in eligible degree programs, and who meet academic requirements are eligible to apply until March 8, 2026.